Design and Craft a Raffia Bag in Puerto Plata
Overview
Get ready to dive into the world of The Espadrilles Experience creators the experience that's been buzzing on BuzzFeed, the New York Times, the Washington Post, and more. And now, we're back with something cool: The Raffia Palm Workshop.
Here, you'll customize your very own raffia palm bag, the ultimate traditional and fancy accessory. Perfect for family and kids.
We'll meet at our workshop, where you can check out the finished products and all the materials you'll be working with. Our artisans will help you throughout the experience, handing you materials, offering explanations, and giving you the tools you need.
The real highlight? It's getting hands-on, creating something uniquely your own. Whether you're with family, friends, or a couple, it's the perfect opportunity to bond, share stories, savor some delicious snacks and champagne, and immerse yourself in this rich tradition.
And when it's all done, you'll head home with your very own masterpiece and unique memories to share.
What's Included
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beverages Champagne (Must be 18+)
- Instructions from our skilled artisans
- We can organize pick up at the cruise port if needed
- All the materials and tools needed for the workshop
Meeting Location
Calle Duarte 37
Puerto Plata 57000, Dominican Republic
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Puerto Plata's only Raffia Bag Experience!
Explore the history of the traditional Raffia bags, craft your own and take it home as the most amazing souvenir. Perfect for any age.
We will meet at our workshop filled with materials, tools and finished products. Where you will become an insider on the whole process of crafting a fashion bag and find out the secrets of this tradition.
Together with master artisans you will craft your own Raffia bag. Handpicking out of thousands of different combinations, you will chose the size of the bag, colors, words and the handles. You can even stitch your name on it!
At the end, when trying on your creation, you will feel like a true artisan. And will get a wearable memory of Puerto Plata (hardly available to visitors) and a really cool story to tell.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-189147P7
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AST).
- Snacks.
- Alcoholic beverages. Champagne (Must be 18+).
- Instructions from our skilled artisans.
- We can organize pick up at the cruise port if needed.
- All the materials and tools needed for the workshop.
The minimum age to participate is 18. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Design and Craft a Raffia Bag in Puerto Plata is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Design and Craft a Raffia Bag in Puerto Plata will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beveragesChampagne (Must be 18+)
- Instructions from our skilled artisans
- We can organize pick up at the cruise port if needed
- All the materials and tools needed for the workshop
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
